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The Science of Fire and Explosion Hazards from Lithium-Ion Batteries

This course focuses on the foundational research about lithium-ion batteries, thermal runaway and how fire and explosion hazards can develop. The knowledge you gain in this course can help you identify the risks associated with lithium-ion battery products in your personal and professional life.

Last Updated: Jan 19, 2023

Length: 50 mins

Includes Certificate of Completion

Emerging Technology

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Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:

Describe the construction of lithium-ion cells and identify the unique characteristics of lithium-ion batteries.
List the reasons lithium-ion batteries fail and explain the process of thermal runaway.
Describe the fire and explosion hazards resulting from thermal runaway propagation in lithium-ion batteries.
Develop strategies to reduce the risk associated with thermal runaway, including fire and explosion hazards.

Course Lessons

Introduction 0:02
Cell Construction and Thermal Runaway 0:13
Fire and Explosion Hazards 0:28
Risk Assessment and Mitigation 0:07
Final Assessment 0:15

Applicable NFPA Standards

NFPA 1001 (2019): 4.3.3
NFPA 1010 (2024): 6.3.3

Prerequisites

N/A